ORU vs. SDSU: Thrilling Quarterfinal Battle Ends in 63-79 Defeat
#ORUMBB falls to South Dakota State 79-63 in Summit League Quarterfinals after blowing a 10-point lead due to a 24-0 run by SDSU at the close of the first half.
The Big PictureThe Oral Roberts men's basketball team faced a tough loss against South Dakota State despite a promising start with the early lead.
By the Numbers- Final Score: Oral Roberts 63 - South Dakota State 79
- McBride scored 20 points for ORU, while Appel led SDSU with 18 points
- ORU blew a 10-point lead with a 24-0 run by SDSU at the end of the first half
- SDSU shot a perfect 10-of-10 from the foul stripe in the final 6:11 to seal the victory
Despite Oral Roberts' strong start, South Dakota State's dominant performance led to a 79-63 victory, advancing them in the Summit League Quarterfinals.
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